Crime Rate in Gaywood Clock: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gaywood Clock

The total recorded crimes in Gaywood Clock, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in February 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gaywood Clock crime rate of 10.23 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Gaywood Clock, encompassing approximately 2,346 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gaywood Clock Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Bagge Road with total crimes: 8
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4
  • De Grey Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Gaywood Clock?

To understand the safety of Gaywood Clock, we need to analyze Gaywood Clock crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to King's Lynn and West Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Gaywood Clock demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 317 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gaywood Clock witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 34 other cities.

    • In 2023, Gaywood Clock experienced a greater number of crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 329 crimes compared to 291. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Gaywood Clock witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 34 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Gaywood Clock has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Gaywood Clock Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Gaywood Clock has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 10.23 ranking 8th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Gaywood Clock crimes were 317. The crime rate of Gaywood Clock in 2024 was 135.10 (year) or 11.26 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gaywood Clock were around 329 crimes with yearly crime rate of 140.21 (year) or 11.68 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (King's Lynn and West Norfolk)CrimesRank (King's Lynn and West Norfolk)CrimesRank (King's Lynn and West Norfolk)
St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas145 12,099 11,482 1
North Lynn59 3915 2948 2
South & West Lynn61 2821 3736 3
Fairstead34 5712 4618 4
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole35 4437 7374 7
Springwood17 11452 6446 5
Downham Old Town24 9528 5371 8
Gaywood North Bank15 16349 10388 6
Emneth & Outwell31 6412 8327 12
Gaywood Chase24 7408 9342 10
Hunstanton13 18280 13344 9
Airfield18 10195 22171 21
Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall14 17287 12299 14
The Woottons17 12246 17188 20
Gayton & Grimston11 24262 16301 13
Feltwell16 13196 21228 18
West Winch11 22269 14244 17
Upwell & Delph16 14265 15257 15
Watlington16 15128 26131 24
Heacham13 19215 19245 16
Terrington13 20218 18224 19
East Downham12 21204 20136 23
Brancaster10 25134 25155 22
Burnham Market & Docking11 23168 23120 26
Dersingham6 29141 24129 25
Methwold8 26116 27110 27
Snettisham8 2753 3586 29
Denver5 31115 2890 28
South Downham7 2890 2944 35
Wissey5 3089 3078 30
Clenchwarton3 3467 3373 31
Bircham with Rudhams5 3286 3170 32
North Downham3 3382 3246 34
Massingham with Castle Acre1 3559 3465 33

Gaywood Clock Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Possession of weapons incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
October 20247
September 20244
August 20246
July 20244
June 202412
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.11 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242
March 20241

A total of 127 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202513
January 20256
December 20245
November 202414
October 20246
September 202417
August 202412
July 202412
June 202416
May 20248
April 20249
March 20249

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
April 20241
March 20242

A total of 35 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243
July 20241
June 202412
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20246
June 20246
May 20241
March 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
August 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242
June 20244
March 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
March 20243

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
May 20241
March 20241

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
March 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations Gaywood Clock in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gaywood Clock postcode area is presented below.

1. Bagge Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. De Grey Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Orchard Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Oak Circle (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Thurlin Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Parkway (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Dawber Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ingleby Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Lancaster Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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